Chinese electric vehicles (EVs) are facing increasing challenges in multiple domestic markets around the world, confronting tariffs and other restrictive measures. In response, China has adopted a multifaceted approach, employing both unilateral and multilateral strategies to retaliate against these trade barriers. The new development could escalate tensions and potentially lead

As the result of a vote by EU member states today, the European Commission can move forward with its proposed tariffs on Chinese EVs, although negotiations with China on a resolution may continue.

With EU member states scheduled to vote this Friday on imposing countervailing duties on Chinese electric vehicles, the European Commission official in charge of the investigation has provided an update on the state of play, including negotiations with China.

A spokesperson for China's Ministry of Commerce called the U.S. proposed rules on Chinese connected vehicles and related software and hardware "protectionist" and "economic coercion."

The Canadian Parliamentary study of imports of Chinese manufactured goods is continuing, with the most recent hearing discussing forced labor issues.

Following up on an initial move earlier this year, the Biden administration has issued a proposed rule that would limit the ability to sell vehicles produced by Chinese companies, or vehicles produced by non-Chinese companies in China, in the U.S. market, based on concerns about national security.

A WTO panel has been established to hear China's complaint against certain tax credits under the U.S. Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), including tax credits for electric vehicles (EVs).